A computer system includes a memory for storing instructions executable by a processor and an on-chip trace memory having a plurality of locations for storing trace information that indicates execution flow in the processor. A trace access instruction provides for access to the on-chip trace memory on...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US6314530?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6314530 - Processor having a trace access instruction to access on-chip trace memory